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Surgical Assistant

Plano, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • High School Diploma
  • oral surgery assistant
  • dental assistant
  • computer skills
  • communication skills
  • patient care
  • patient safety
  • controlled substance inventory
  • emergency preparedness

Nice to have

  • some college
  • previous clinical experience

Role summary

Fields and Pavelka Oral Surgery, PLLC in Plano, TX is seeking a Surgical Assistant to provide high-quality clinical care and ensure patient safety. The role involves assisting oral surgeons during procedures, preparing instruments and equipment, monitoring patient vital signs, assisting with postoperative care, and maintaining a clean and compliant work environment. Responsibilities also include managing controlled substances, emergency preparedness, and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will have strong computer, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting and prioritize tasks. Previous oral surgery or dental assisting experience is preferred, and a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Title: Surgical AssistantPractice: Fields and Pavelka Oral Surgery, PLLCLocation: Plano, TX

The Surgical Assistant is responsible for ensuring the compassionate, effective, and efficient delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients while practicing and providing safety in the work environment. The ideal candidate will assist oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that all patients receive the highest quality of care and service
  • Communicate with all patients (both in-person and by phone) in a friendly and professional manner
  • Maintain positive, pleasant, and professional relationships between patients, staff members, and surgeons
  • Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures and prepare instruments, materials, and equipment needed for various surgical procedures
  • Support efforts that provide a clean and professional environment for all patients, including, but not limited to, ensuring that operatories are clean, supplies are adequate, equipment is maintained, and compliance with all company policies is maintained
  • Monitor patient's vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed
  • Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions
  • Document patient encounters and surgical procedures accurately
  • Foster a collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, efficient workflow, and exceptional patient care
  • Attend and participate in regular team meetings
  • Adhere to best practices, established protocols, and highest patient safety standards

    • Support monthly office checks:

    a. Crash cartsb. Fire extinguishersc. Emergency preparedness attestationsd. Atteste. Xray unit calibrationf. Omni-cam calibrationg. Drug book accuracy and controlled substance inventoryh. Ensure oxygen tanks are full and hooked upi. Ensure invoices for controlled substances are printedj. Ensure proper controlled substance safety protocols are adhered to

    Qualifications:

    Education/Certification:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college preferred)
  • Previous clinical experience. Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred. (Will train the right candidate.)
  • Basic life support certification required. Employer will provide training if the candidate is not current

    • Performance Requirements:

    Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong computer skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Analytical and detail-oriented
  • Able to work independently with exceptional initiative and sound judgment
  • Positive attitude, change advocate, able to lead by example
  • Strong knowledge of oral surgery procedures
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety

    • Work Environment/Conditions:

  • Fast-paced dental office environment
  • Overtime is sometimes required as needed to perform job functions
  • Some travel as needed for training and to perform job functions
  • Safety procedures required, including protection to minimize the risks from X-rays
  • Potential long hours standing

    • DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. OPS’s management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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